Culture shock rating

Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.

Low

Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.

Medium

Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.

High

You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.

Low

Physicality

Physical rating

Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.

Low

Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.

Medium

Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.

High

Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.

Low

TOUR SNAPSHOT

Tour snapshot

Ready to party, Bucharest style? Experience the city’s vibrant nightlife scene like a true local with a tour through some of the coolest bars, clubs, and music venues that visitors rarely get to see. These are hidden gems where locals let loose and party until the wee hours, away from the typical tourist areas.

This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.

Highlights

Visit bars and clubs favoured by locals and that you won’t find in your guidebook

Experience Bucharest nightlife like a local

See a side of Bucharest that visitors rarely get to see, outside of the more well-known tourist areas

Raise a glass at some of the city’s best hidden clubs, rooftop gardens, and underground venues

Language: English

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide.

Exclusions: Drinks and any food, items of a personal nature, tips/gratuities for your guide.

Schedule details

Duration: 4.5 hours

Meeting point:

In front of the KFC Piata Romana, near Boulevard General Gheorghe Magheru 28-39, Bucuresti 010336.

Part bar crawl and part exploration of Bucharest off the beaten path, this is your chance to raise a glass (or three) with locals at some of the city’s most interesting drinking establishments, from bars and clubs, to hidden rooftop gardens and alternative music venues.

Come ready for a night to remember — Bucharest locals know how to party. This tour takes you away from the more tourist-trodden areas like Old Town and throws you into the middle of the modern jungle, where everything closes at 5am. Bucharest is filled with cosy little bars and unique places to party or listen to music that you’ll only be able to find if you know they exist — something you’ll discover on this exciting tour through the city’s ever-expanding nightlife scene.

On this alternative pub, bar, and club crawl you’ll have the chance to visit colourful clubs, hidden chill-out gardens, unconventional spaces that play live music, underground and rooftop bars, and other alternative places to party that are often hiding in plain sight.

Exploring on foot, we’ll check out several different locally loved spots to grab a drink, relax, listen to music, or dance the night away. All of the places we visit are located close to downtown and within walking distance from one another so you don’t have to worry about having to roam too far between beverages. Note that drinks aren’t included in the tour price, but don’t worry — beer is cheap in Bucharest.

The best part about this tour, besides being in the know about Bucharest’s best bars, is getting the chance to meet fellow party-goers and checking out the biggest and coolest parties in a city that is ever-changing

This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.

Additional information

Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide.

Exclusions: Drinks and any food, items of a personal nature, tips/gratuities for your guide.

Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.

Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

Additional Information: Please not that while we love to host staff parties and birthdays, we cannot offer this tour for stag or hen parties.

Child Policy: Travellers under 18 years of age are not permitted to join this tour.